Oh, Canada, happy 147th birthday. It’s time to pour the maple syrup on the plate of greasy back bacon and break out the red and white t-shirt, and if you’re feeling really brave in the summer heat, throw on your favourite toque.

And while you’re doing that, here’s a little inspiration for your Canada Day jams. But please, don’t spill your beer in disgust -- we think we have a few gems packed into our playlist of Canuckle Day tunage that'll keep the party hoppin'.

Here’s our Bieber-less (you’re welcome) Canada Day playlist:

Arcade Fire, Wake Up

They are one of Canada’s best musical exports in recent years, and what better way to kick off July 1 than this epic opening track.

Neil Young, Rockin’ in the Free World

You can’t go through our country’s birthday without playing a little Uncle Neil. In fact, you could probably get away with adding his whole discography, but barring that, what better tune than this classic, which just happens to be one of the most recognizable rock tracks ever created.

The Guess Who, No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature

Anyone who calls themselves a Canadian and a music fan in the same cold breath needs to have this one at top volume. Yes, this means you.

Bob & Doug McKenzie featuring Rush’s Geddy Lee, Take Off

It may be a novelty tune, but this little comedic gem from the duo’s 1981 Great White North album is sure to get at least a few Elsinores flowing. No doubt some of you will be saying, “I remember this one, eh?!”

The Tragically Hip, Bobcaygeon

The third single from the band’s 1999 album, Phantom Power is a must-play for those gathered around the cottage firepit.

Tom Cochrane, Life Is a Highway

Admittedly, we got a little tired of this one back in the day, but it’s always nice that you can still break it out once a year.

Bryan Adams, Summer of '69

One of Adams' most recognizable tunes is built on a few things that Canadians love the most - summer and sex.

Bruce Cockburn, Wondering Where the Lions Are

We have our own Bruuuuuuuce north of the 49th parallel, and he’s pretty boss in his own right.

Metric, Combat Baby

You need some Canadian female muscle? Well, there’s no better than Metric frontwoman Emily Haines.

Stompin’ Tom Connors, The Hockey Song

We may be in the off season of the NHL, but if anyone questions the placement of this, they deserve a good stiff body check into the boards.

Sam Roberts Band, The Canadian Dream

Sam had a dream, and it was bang on. “Everything moves real slow when it’s 40 below,” sings Sam Roberts. We actually move pretty quickly, but that’s just us.

Robin Thicke, Blurred Lines

You may scoff at this selection, but there's a method to this seemingly mad pick -- it'll get the ladies on the dance floor.

Gordon Lightfoot, Canadian Railroad Trilogy

If you are picking just one track from the greatest Canadian musical storyteller of all time, this is the one.

City & Colour, Comin’ Home

If you have friends visiting from in Lincoln, Nebraska, you may want to skip this one. Other than that, crank up this beautiful Dallas Green ballad, which should always be a staple on any Canadian’s playlist, especially when you’re feeling a little homesick.

Spirit of the West, Home for a Rest

Want to see grown men dance like idiots while you kick back in your folding chair and laugh your ass off? Throw this one one.

Kim Mitchell, Patio Lanterns

This is for all those who will no doubt attempt to drunkenly mumble through the lyrics before finding success in singing the title of the song only.

Sloan, Underwhelmed

It’s a Canadian Gen-X go-to track.

The Band, The Weight

Just like Neil, you could probably play their whole catalogue, but we’ll settle on this classic track.